Description
This Velveeta Fudge recipe is a rich and creamy treat made with just five simple ingredients. Velveeta cheese adds a unique smoothness, combined with butter, semi-sweet chocolate chips, powdered sugar, and optional pecans for a delightful texture and flavor. Perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you want a quick, delicious fudge that sets up nicely in the refrigerator.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 12 ounces Velveeta, diced
- 1 cup salted butter (2 sticks)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 8 cups powdered sugar (2 pounds)
- 1 ½ cups pecans, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Melt Velveeta and Butter: In a saucepan, add the diced Velveeta and salted butter. Melt over medium heat, stirring frequently to ensure even melting and a smooth mixture.
- Add Chocolate Chips and Vanilla: Once the Velveeta and butter are fully melted, add the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Stir continuously until the chocolate chips have completely melted and are fully incorporated. Then mix in the vanilla extract.
- Incorporate Powdered Sugar: Lower the heat to avoid burning the mixture. Gradually add the powdered sugar in increments, mixing well after each addition until the mixture is smooth and thick.
- Add Pecans: Turn off the heat and fold in the chopped pecans thoroughly to distribute evenly throughout the fudge.
- Set the Fudge: Pour the fudge mixture into a prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula to smooth the top.
- Chill to Set: Place the baking dish in the refrigerator and allow the fudge to set for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight for the best texture.
- Serve: Once set, cut the fudge into 48 bite-sized pieces and enjoy.
Notes
- Dicing the Velveeta cheese helps it melt faster and prevents lumps.
- Use salted butter as specified to balance the sweetness; if using unsalted butter, add a pinch of salt.
- Adding pecans is optional but adds a pleasant crunchy texture to the fudge.
- Make sure to mix the powdered sugar thoroughly to avoid a grainy texture.
- Store leftover fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep it fresh.
- Cut the fudge into small pieces as it is very rich and sweet, perfect for serving at parties.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
